Childcare is a dynamic and vitally important sector which needs high quality staff at all levels. There are many different job roles available, with plenty of opportunity for training and progression. Typical roles include primary school teaching, nursery supervisor, childminder, classroom assistant and working as an Early Years Practitioner. Some people choose to work abroad as a nanny or join a cruise ship as a children’s rep, but there is also potential to progress further to become a Play Therapist or a Health Worker.
School Leaver Courses
Generally studied by 16-18 year olds as an alternative to A-Levels.
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Advanced Apprenticeship Standard - Work Based - Lead Adult Care Worker
ECTA Apprenticeship
The qualification aims to develop further, specialist skills and knowledge in learners areas of responsibility…
Level 2 NCFE Introducing Caring for Children and Young People
Full-Time
This qualification is made up of 14 units which cover a range of subjects including children's play,…
Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education
Full-Time
You will study a wide range of units including child development, health and well-being, additional needs,…
Level 3 Early Years Educators - Apprenticeship Standard
ECTA Apprenticeship
Learners will be required to complete 350 recommended placement hours in an Early Years setting. Future…
Adult Professional Courses
Expert qualifications that can be studied flexibly around your working life.
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Advanced Apprenticeship Standard - Work Based - Lead Adult Care Worker
ECTA Apprenticeship
The qualification aims to develop further, specialist skills and knowledge in learners areas of responsibility…
Advanced Apprenticeship Standard in Early Years Educators
ECTA Apprenticeship
Learners will be required to complete 350 recommended placement hours in an Early Years setting. Future…
Level 3 Early Years Educators - Apprenticeship Standard
ECTA Apprenticeship
Learners will be required to complete 350 recommended placement hours in an Early Years setting. Future…
Level 3 Lead Adult Care Worker - Apprenticeship Standard
ECTA Apprenticeship
The qualification aims to develop further, specialist skills and knowledge in learners areas of responsibility…
On Campus
Childcare courses at Eastleigh College are taught by professionals, and provide child development and childcare theory from birth to eight years. Each course has a large practical element, which gives you hands-on professional training in pre-schools, day nurseries and schools.
Classrooms at the College have been designed to integrate teaching and learning in one space, which provides an excellent environment. The College also has close links with a wide range of employers, and can help broaden students’ understanding of childcare services through work placements.
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Counselling is a continuously evolving career choice and the new DipHE Counselling Diploma qualifications at Eastleigh College are proving popular with learners looking to take their next steps towards this fulfilling and impactful career path. Diploma-qualified counsellors now have the option to top up their counselling diploma (DipHE) to a Bachelor degree with Eastleigh College.
Adult students on a career path are positive about going to university
According to figures recently reported by UCAS, the total number of applicants wishing to start university in September hit a new high. The findings coincide with the results of an exit poll of 250 adult learners from Eastleigh College in which 98% agreed that ‘My course will enable me to develop a new career’.